2007 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2008 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
